869 movers in Shandaken
NY International Shipping
"NY International Shipping is an very unprofessional outfit. They essentially blackmailed us but requesting another $878 above the amount that was original requested. Our items had already been shipped internationally so there was not much we could..."
Ideal Moving & Storage
"Ideal gave me a 2 consecutive day window for my move. The dates were quickly approaching and …no call from Ideal. I started calling them and they could not seem to tell me which day the movers were coming. I had to be present on the day of the mov..."
Liberty Transportation & Storage
"2 packers packed negligently on Tuesday June 5 2018. They dumped drawers into boxes. They mislabeled and mixed incompatible items in boxes and mislabeled the boxes' contents and room destinations. 6 movers moved me Wednesday June 6 2018 from a 4B..."
Trident Moving Corp
"First off all I am not big fan of leaving bad reviews on companies. If I could give them 0 stars I would. Do your homework! The sales pitch is too good to be true but you will need a lot more space than the quote. They are scammers. We called the ..."
College Educated Movers
"College UNeducated movers broke/damaged/scuffed just about all our furniture during a September 2020 move from a one bedroom apartment. Please see the pictures as they speak for themselves. Two young guys with a rented truck showed up completely..."
Schneider Moving and Storage
"COMPLETELY INCOMPETENT! Please do not put yourself through this! On moving day, the movers arrived 5 hours later than expected. After loading the truck, we were told we had underestimated the amount of furniture to be loaded and they would have to..."
Golden Van Lines LLC
"Most people in their 80’s move from a large house to a smaller apartment, we did the opposite…we went from a NYC apartment to a large house in Colorado. We renovated floor 1 and 2 for 8 months…so we unpacked nearly 70% of our things after the reno..."
Top Priority Moving & Storage
"Told furniture would be delivered in 3-5 days. Furniture picked up 8/24, delivered on 9/17. Every time I called they said 3-5 days. Only one person showed up to deliver extremely large furniture to a two story house. My family spent 2 hours hel..."
What to know when moving to Shandaken, NY
Shandaken at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 49.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and only 6.3% are renters.
- The Major Draw:
- Median household income is $64,784, providing a solid financial base.
- The Reality Check:
- With a poverty rate of 11%, some residents may face economic challenges.
- Commute:
- 20.9% of residents commute using public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median home value of $295,700 if you plan to buy.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
With a population of 499, Shandaken offers a unique small-town charm. Here are some key housing metrics:
- Median household income is $64,784, which supports a stable community.
- Median owner-occupied home value is $295,700, indicating a strong housing market.
- Poverty rate stands at 11%, reflecting some economic challenges among residents.
- Renter percentage is low at 6.3%, suggesting most residents are homeowners.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data for New York state reveals some insights into safety trends:
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 454.9 per 100k, higher than the national rate of 325.3 per 100k.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1816.5 per 100k, compared to a national rate of 1546.9 per 100k.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has decreased by 34.5% from 2022 to 2025.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, Shandaken is surrounded by outdoor activities and natural beauty. Here are some nearby options:
- Hunter Mountain Resort - Rating: 4.3 (4,596 reviews)
- Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - Rating: 4.5 (2,341 reviews)
- Catskill Mountains - Rating: 4.8 (453 reviews)
- Slide Mountain Wilderness - Rating: 4.7 (260 reviews)
- Ashokan Rail Trail- Boiceville Bridge Trailhead - Rating: 4.9 (164 reviews)
Source: Google Places API (New).
